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Scouting Report: George Foster

George Foster might not appreciate this, but if Lions fans went back and watched film of Foster during his days with the Denver Broncos, they'd see a lot of Stockar McDougle.

McDougle, the Lions former first-round pick, was strong, quick and extremely talented but he just never got it done on the football field. He was a great athlete but a poor football player. That same tag will dog Foster until he shakes it off.

Foster, acquired in the deal that sent Dre Bly to Denver, might have gotten his wakeup call last season when he was benched for a couple of games for ineffective play. Unlike McDougle, Foster seems to have more passion for the game, but needs to stay more consistent with his intensity.

Technically, Foster is very good is all parts of the game and, although, he looks a little top-heavy, he's strong in the running attack. He's got pretty good footwork and can handle an outside pass rush, but is vulnerable to inside counter moves. Foster can also have trouble from time to time with a good bull-rush move.

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